The Chairperson of the National Council, Lukas Muha, described the loss of Namibia's Founding President, Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, as a heavy blow to the nation.

South Africa's former President, Thabo Mbeki has hailed the fundamental role of the late Founding President Sam Nujoma in defining relations between the two countries, remembering him as a straight-talker.

Namibia's former First Lady, Penexupifo Pohamba, has thanked the late Dr. Nujoma for his contribution and unparalleled leadership skills that have brought Namibia to where it is.

Former President Hifikepunye Pohamba says he was not surprised at the passing of Namibia's Founding President, Sam Nujoma, recalling a recent hospital visit where Nujoma's health appeared frail.

The late Dr. Sam Nujoma's departure has left a huge footprint in the hearts of many Namibians.

The first president of Namibia was known for his kindness and his love for the nation and the people of Namibia.

Late Nujoma played a pivotal role during his three terms as president.

As the country reflects on the late Founding President's contributions to Namibia's independence and its development, the nbc News team took to the streets of Windhoek to hear from ordinary citizens.

Founding President Dr. Sam Nujoma will be remembered for having paved the way for Namibians to join the struggle for independence.

In remembering the late Nujoma's accomplishment, the Governor of the Zambezi Region said Namibia's freedom came at a hefty price.

The late Founding President and Father of the Namibian nation, Dr. Sam Nujoma, leaves behind a legacy of compassion, dedication, and service to the people.

Children of the Liberation Struggle, formerly known as the Struggle Kids, residing at Brakwaters Camp Ndilimani, have expressed feelings of hopelessness following the death of Sam Nujoma, whom they describe as their father.

38-year-old Saima Mbinda said she lost hope when she heard the sad news.

A cousin to the late President Sam Nujoma remembers him as a family-orientated man who not only looked out for the nation but for his family as well. 

nbc News sat down with 71-year-old Christina Kavezembi-Kondombolo at the family house in Katutura.